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The public part of this battle is done, but CEA Foundation and the 26 groups in the MineWatch Coalition will be watching the situation closely now that the County has rejected the mine. We’re ready to add our support in defending the County’s decision, if or when a lawsuit is filed.
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The approval process for the mine is regulated by California's Environment Quality Act (CEQA), making the whole effort a marathon, not a sprint. Here is a quick view of major milestones. For a detailed timeline, visit the Nevada County project page.
Here are the highlights:
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Notice of Preparation - July 2020 - Complete
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Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) Comments & Public Hearing - Apr 2022 - Complete
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Economic Impact Report Released by County - Dec 2022 - Complete (optional, not a CEQA requirement)
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Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) Comments & Public Hearing - May 2023 - Complete
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Planning Commission Votes - May 2023 - Complete (It was a unanimous "no" vote)
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Special Hearing - December 13 &14, 2023 - Supervisors heard Rise Gold's request for "vested rights" - Complete (another unanimous "no" vote)
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Board of Supervisors Votes - February 15 & 16, 2024 - Complete - Supervisors unanimously voted to deny the project and the EIR!
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